Dad Trivia
Famous James-es
James Trivia
The Number 55
Family
100

The first fathers day was celebrated in the United states during this decade.


What is the 1910's (1910)?


100

Name this famous James, seen below wearing the coolest suit I ever seen.


Who is James Brown?

If you did not answer correctly, points will be deducted! 

                                                                ...racist

100

This non-craft brew (captioned 'WTF have i done') is the only one to earn a 0.25 Untappd rating from dad. 


What is Coors Light?


100

In the 55th Academy Awards (1983), this beloved children's movie about accepting someone despite their differences and hiding them from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, was snubbed for best picture in favor of Ghandi


What is ET?


100

In 2014, TV Guide released their list of the Top 50 TV Dads of all Time, with Cliff Huxtable ranked #1. 

So in an effort to make the list more PC (dad's favorite activity), name your favorite TV dad and why.


If you gave a real answer, you win!

Double points if you said Cliff Huxtable anyways, just for the fun of it!


200

The biblical father of King Solomon is known for writing many psalms. 


Who is David?


200

This James variant was the founder of Led Zeppelin. 


Who is Jimmy Page?

200

In 2021, following the Celestial brewery halloween event, dad blew out the candles on a custom ice cream cake (legendary). 

This was the shape of the cake. 


What is a beer mug?


200

In 1955, President Eisenhower signed into legislation that this slogan by printed on all US currency. 


What is 'In God We Trust'?


200

Tell everyone the best memory you have with your dad. 


If you shared a real memory, you earn the points!

Double points if your memory took place outdoors. 


300

We all remember the famous squares of the Brady Bunch title sequence! Now reach back into the depths of your memory and name 3 or more of Mike Brady's children. 


Who are Greg, Peter, Bobby, Marcia, Jan, and Cindy?


300

There are several US presidents with the name James. This one was the first. 


Who is James Madison?


300

This is the current number of beers (as of October 21st, 2024) that dad has checked-in and rated on Untappd. 

If you are within 50 beers, you get the points!


What is 2,212?


300

In 1974, the federal government enacted the National Maximum Speed Law, which prohibited driving above 55mph. The law was later abolished in this year. 

Hint: Dad was in his early driving days!


When is 1987?


300

If you had to choose a surprise tattoo for your spouse to get (a-la How Far is Tattoo Far?), what would it be, and where?


If you gave a good answer, you get the points!

Double points if your answer includes a portrait! 


400

This biblical man (seen here played by Russell Crowe in a bad wig) fathered Ham, Shem, and Japheth, as well as the rest of the human race.


Who is Noah?


400

Quite possibly the worst James of our time, Jim (James) Jones is known for this. 

Double points if you remember the name of his organization!


What is the 'People's Temple of the Disciples of Christ'?

400

This is the name of dad's childhood cat, whom he fed full cans of tuna. 


Who is Rambo?


400

Out of the following screenings, this one is not recommended by the age of 55:

Full body skin exam, cardiovascular evaluation, bone density test, alzheimer's screening, colonoscopy, and thyroid panel


What is Alzheimer's screening? 

This is typically done in one's 60s!


400

Tell everyone your favorite James memory!

If you gave a memory that really happened, you win!

Double points if you chose Emily's favorite, our first family festivus!

500

The wrinkled TV dad below fathered which beloved children's character?



Who is Spongebob Squarepants?


500

Late night host James Corden is known for This recurring bit where he chauffeurs celebrities around New York City while they sing their hits. 


What is Carpool Karaoke? 


500

Without looking, describe dad's facebook profile picture. 

For double points, describe his cover photo!


500

The pill form for carvedilol (below) is imprinted with the number 55. Carvedilol is a nonselective cardiac beta-blocker as well as a vasodilator. This is the organ affected by the medication. 


What is the heart?


500

Share with everyone your favorite age, and why!


If you gave a good answer, you get the points!

Double points if you were still living with your parents at the age you gave!

If you gave your current age, I heckle you! 


600

Eddie Murphy has played many a great dad on screen. This is the outrageous number of children he has fathered in real life. 

Double points if you can tell us how many baby mammas he has!


What is 10 children with 5 women?

600

James Earl Jones, known for playing Darth Vader, voiced this character in another Disney classic, The Lion King

Who is Mufasa?


600

This was dad's first job. 

Hint: This chain is still open!


Where is the Pizza Inn?


600

In 1955, Dr Jonas Salk created the first successful vaccine against this crippling disease. Healthcare professionals and researchers still call this version of the vaccine, the Salk vaccine. 


What is polio?

600

We know they're on your mind already!

Give us a preview of this year's festivus grievances, one per person. 

As always, Festivus rules apply.

 

If you shared your grievances, and didn't hurt anyone's feelings, you get the points!

Double points if you included the baby!